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Why local elections are more important than the Farage-dominated EU votehttp://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2014/may/20/euro-vote-important-vital-vote-local-elections-tony-travers
Councils are now more important to us than either Brussels or Westminster. LSE professor <strong>Tony Travers</strong> explains why<br />•<a href="http://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2014/may/19/local-elections-in-numbers-nine-facts"> Local elections in numbers: nine facts</a> <a href="http://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2014/may/20/euro-vote-important-vital-vote-local-elections-tony-travers">Continue reading...</a>Local government network blogService deliveryPublic healthPlanningLocal government careersLocal governmentFinanceLocal governmentLocal governmentTue, 20 May 2014 09:11:00 GMThttp://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2014/may/20/euro-vote-important-vital-vote-local-elections-tony-traversTony Travers2014-05-20T09:11:00ZLondon assembly calls for right-to-buy suspensionhttp://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2013/oct/08/right-to-buy-suspension-london-assembly
New report calls for greater protections to prevent council homes becoming buy-to-let properties <a href="http://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2013/oct/08/right-to-buy-suspension-london-assembly">Continue reading...</a>Local government network blogHousing NetworkHousing network blogLondonLocal governmentPoliticsUK newsSocietyHousingCommunitiesPublic Leaders NetworkLocal governmentSociety ProfessionalsTue, 08 Oct 2013 15:21:13 GMThttp://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2013/oct/08/right-to-buy-suspension-london-assemblyFrank Baron/GuardianLondon councils should be given a ‘right-not-to-sell’ which can be used to prevent right-to-buy purchases.
Photograph: Frank Baron for the GuardianDarren Johnson2013-10-08T15:21:13ZJoanna Killian: 'I'm grateful I fell into local government'http://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2013/sep/03/joanna-killian-grateful-local-government
From temporary housing officer in Redbridge in the 1980s to the chief executive of Essex county council <a href="http://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2013/sep/03/joanna-killian-grateful-local-government">Continue reading...</a>Local government network blogLocal government careersLocal leadershipHousing NetworkLondonPublic Leaders NetworkLocal governmentSociety ProfessionalsTue, 03 Sep 2013 06:59:00 GMThttp://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2013/sep/03/joanna-killian-grateful-local-governmentRod Kirkpatrick/F Stop PressAs housing officer Joanna Killian had a passion for helping council tenants escape the oppression of overcrowding and homeless hostels. Photograph: Rod Kirkpatrick/F Stop PressRod Kirkpatrick/F Stop PressAs housing officer Joanna Killian had a passion for helping council tenants escape the oppression of overcrowding and homeless hostels. Photograph: Rod Kirkpatrick/F Stop PressJoanna Killian2013-09-03T06:59:00ZBoris Johnson's fire brigade cuts extend response times and put lives in dangerhttp://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2013/sep/02/boris-johnsons-fire-brigade-cuts-danger
London boroughs are uniting to appeal to Eric Pickles to revoke plans to close 10 fire stations and scrap 552 firefighter jobs <a href="http://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2013/sep/02/boris-johnsons-fire-brigade-cuts-danger">Continue reading...</a>Local government network blogFrontlinePublic service reformPublic Leaders NetworkLocal governmentSociety ProfessionalsMon, 02 Sep 2013 11:00:00 GMThttp://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2013/sep/02/boris-johnsons-fire-brigade-cuts-dangerShaun Curry/AFP/Getty ImagesThe mayor's fire brigade cuts package 'will leave four million Londoners waiting longer for a fire engine'. Photograph: Shaun Curry/AFP/Getty ImagesShaun Curry/AFP/Getty ImagesThe mayor's fire brigade cuts package 'will leave four million Londoners waiting longer for a fire engine'. Photograph: Shaun Curry/AFP/Getty ImagesCatherine West2013-09-02T11:00:00ZHow to succeed in local government: stop thinking like local governmenthttp://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/editors-blog/2013/aug/23/succeed-local-government-stop-thinking
Ministers want to see innovation and entrepreneurism, traits not commonly associated with council staff <a href="http://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/editors-blog/2013/aug/23/succeed-local-government-stop-thinking">Continue reading...</a>Local government network blogFinanceLocal governmentSocietyPublic Leaders NetworkLocal governmentSociety ProfessionalsFri, 23 Aug 2013 07:00:00 GMThttp://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/editors-blog/2013/aug/23/succeed-local-government-stop-thinkingFatih Saribas/REUTERSCouncils must learn to think differently in order to remain financially sustainable. Photograph: Fatih Saribas/REUTERSFatih Saribas/REUTERSCouncils must learn to think differently in order to remain financially sustainable. Photograph: Fatih Saribas/REUTERSHannah Fearn2013-08-23T07:00:00ZFour ways that 'smart' councils are using technology to regenerate areashttp://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2013/aug/20/councils-technology-regenerate-local-area
From energy self-sufficiency to open data collaboration: meet the ambitious local authorities pioneering digital innovation <a href="http://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2013/aug/20/councils-technology-regenerate-local-area">Continue reading...</a>Local government network blogLocal governmentSocietyPublic Leaders NetworkLocal governmentSociety ProfessionalsTue, 20 Aug 2013 07:00:00 GMThttp://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2013/aug/20/councils-technology-regenerate-local-areaRoger Coulam/AlamyWearmouth bridge in Sunderland. Sunderland council offers support to encourage tech companies to the city.
Photograph: Roger Coulam/AlamyRoger Coulam/AlamyWearmouth bridge in Sunderland. Sunderland council offers support to encourage tech companies to the city.
Photograph: Roger Coulam/AlamyJane Johnston2013-08-20T07:00:00ZPublic health: cutting a deal on the minimum price of alcoholhttp://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2013/aug/19/public-health-minimum-alcohol-pricing
Ministers have abandoned a major public health commitment, but this is no time for local government to walk away <a href="http://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2013/aug/19/public-health-minimum-alcohol-pricing">Continue reading...</a>Local government network blogPublic healthPublic healthPublic Leaders NetworkLocal governmentSociety ProfessionalsMon, 19 Aug 2013 07:00:00 GMThttp://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2013/aug/19/public-health-minimum-alcohol-pricingChris Rout / Alamy/AlamyBrighton & Hove council has a complex relationship with alcohol: it poses public health risks but businesses rely on the night-time economy. Photograph: Chris Rout/AlamyChris Rout / Alamy/AlamyBrighton &amp; Hove council has a complex relationship with alcohol: it poses a public health risk but local business relies on the nighttime economy. Photograph: Chris Rout / Alamy/AlamyTom Scanlon2013-08-19T07:00:00ZEnormous local government debt a 'timebomb' for Chinahttp://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2013/aug/09/chinese-local-government-debt-timebomb
Detroit filed for bankruptcy with debts of $180bn, but this is the average amount of debt for many Chinese cities <a href="http://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2013/aug/09/chinese-local-government-debt-timebomb">Continue reading...</a>Local government network blogFinanceCitiesLocal governmentSocietyPublic Leaders NetworkLocal governmentSociety ProfessionalsFri, 09 Aug 2013 07:00:00 GMThttp://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2013/aug/09/chinese-local-government-debt-timebombDon Mcphee/GuardianExtravagant spending on luxury offices and residential buildings for officials has fuelled local government debt in China. Photograph: Don McPhee for the GuardianDon Mcphee/GuardianExtravagant spending on luxury offices and residential buildings for officials has contributed to local government debt in China. Photograph: Don Mcphee for the GuardianLina Song2013-08-09T07:00:00ZDevolution of power to local authorities 'way behind the rest of the world'http://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2013/aug/07/interview-alexandra-jones-centre-for-cities
Centre for Cities chief executive Alexandra Jones says more work needs to be done for UK cities to reach their full potential <a href="http://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2013/aug/07/interview-alexandra-jones-centre-for-cities">Continue reading...</a>Local government network blogCitiesFinanceLocal governmentSocietyPublic Leaders NetworkLocal governmentSociety ProfessionalsWed, 07 Aug 2013 07:00:00 GMThttp://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2013/aug/07/interview-alexandra-jones-centre-for-citiesPaul Swinney/PRAlexandra Jones, chief executive of the Centre for Cities, says there is more work to be done if British cities are to reach their full potential. Photograph: Paul SwinneyPaul Swinney/PRAlexandra Jones, chief executive of the Centre for Cities, says there is more work to be done if British cities are to reach their full potential. Photograph: Paul SwinneySarah Marsh2013-08-07T07:00:00ZCouncils and social media: a desire for digital control still dominateshttp://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2013/jul/12/councils-social-media-desire-control
It's everyone's responsibility to manage a council's online reputation, not just the business of communications teams <a href="http://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2013/jul/12/councils-social-media-desire-control">Continue reading...</a>Local government network blogFinanceSocial mediaLocal governmentFri, 12 Jul 2013 07:00:00 GMThttp://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2013/jul/12/councils-social-media-desire-controlOJO Images / Rex FeaturesFollow the basic rules of social media and you have a powerful tool at your fingertips, says Hannah Fearn. Photograph: OJO Images / Rex FeaturesOJO Images / Rex FeaturesFollow the basic rules of social media and you have a powerful tool at your fingertips, says Hannah Fearn. Photograph: OJO Images / Rex FeaturesHannah Fearn2013-07-12T07:00:00ZInnovation school in the US teaches frontline staff to think outside the boxhttp://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2013/jul/03/innovation-academy-denver-usa
The mayor of Denver introduced the city's first innovation academy to let employees see their ideas implemented <a href="http://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2013/jul/03/innovation-academy-denver-usa">Continue reading...</a>Local government network blogFinanceLocal governmentLeadership and managementPublic Leaders NetworkLocal governmentWed, 03 Jul 2013 13:00:02 GMThttp://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2013/jul/03/innovation-academy-denver-usaDavid Zalubowski/APThe mayor of Denver opened the city's first innovation school for city employees. Photograph: David Zalubowski/APDavid Zalubowski/APThe mayor of Denver opened the city's first innovation school for city employees. Photograph: David Zalubowski/APMichael B Hancock2013-07-03T13:00:02ZMayors could be an asset in delivering growth within the UKhttp://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2013/jul/01/mayors-deliver-economic-growth
Elected mayors, like Boris Johnson, can take important decisions about large areas that make economic sense <a href="http://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2013/jul/01/mayors-deliver-economic-growth">Continue reading...</a>Local government network blogFinanceLocal governmentSocietyMayoral electionsPublic Leaders NetworkLocal governmentMon, 01 Jul 2013 13:00:00 GMThttp://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2013/jul/01/mayors-deliver-economic-growthMatt Dunham/APMetro mayors, like Boris Johnson, can make important decisions about transport and housing. Photograph: Matt Dunham/APMatt Dunham/APMetro mayors, like Boris Johnson, can make important decisions about transport and housing. Photograph: Matt Dunham/APAlexandra Jones2013-07-01T13:00:00ZChange is the only constant for councils as yet more savings must be foundhttp://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2013/jun/12/change-constant-local-government-cuts
Agility and flexibility are important as local government faces future challenges <a href="http://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2013/jun/12/change-constant-local-government-cuts">Continue reading...</a>Local government network blogPublic service reformFinanceLocal governmentSocietyPublic Leaders NetworkLocal governmentWed, 12 Jun 2013 11:14:13 GMThttp://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2013/jun/12/change-constant-local-government-cutsWpa Pool/Getty ImagesGeorge Osborne will deliver his spending round, detailing the budget for 2015-16, on June 26. Photograph: Wpa Pool/Getty ImagesWpa Pool/Getty ImagesGeorge Osborne will deliver his spending round, detailing the budget for 2015-16, on June 26. Photograph: Wpa Pool/Getty ImagesNeil Davies2013-06-12T11:14:13ZClover Moore: federal funding must be available to local governmenthttp://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2013/jun/12/australian-referendum-clover-moore
The mayor of Sydney warns of the consequences of voting no at the local government referendum in Australia <a href="http://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2013/jun/12/australian-referendum-clover-moore">Continue reading...</a>Local government network blogPublic Leaders NetworkLocal governmentWed, 12 Jun 2013 07:00:00 GMThttp://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2013/jun/12/australian-referendum-clover-mooreCorbisThe mayor of Sydney, Clover Moore, urges voters to say yes at the local government referendum. Photograph: CorbisCorbisThe mayor of Sydney, Clover Moore, urges voters to say yes at the local government referendum. Photograph: CorbisClover Moore2013-06-12T07:00:00ZLocal government action is vital to reduce poverty in Europehttp://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2013/jun/10/local-government-europe-reduce-poverty
Regional and local authorities must be at the heart of any strategy to lift millions of people out of poverty by 2020 <a href="http://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2013/jun/10/local-government-europe-reduce-poverty">Continue reading...</a>Local government network blogFinanceLocal governmentPovertyPublic Leaders NetworkLocal governmentMon, 10 Jun 2013 07:01:00 GMThttp://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2013/jun/10/local-government-europe-reduce-povertyThierry Roge/ THIERRY ROGE/Reuters/CorbisThe Committee of Regions, the main body representing local government in Europe, is working to fight against poverty. Photograph: Thierry Roge/ THIERRY ROGE/Reuters/CorbisThierry Roge/ THIERRY ROGE/Reuters/CorbisThe Committee of Regions, the main body representing local government in Europe, is working to fight against poverty. Photograph: Thierry Roge/ THIERRY ROGE/Reuters/CorbisRamón Luis Valcárcel Siso2013-06-10T07:01:00ZFurther reading: how to put libraries back at the heart of communitieshttp://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2013/jun/07/libraries-adapt-changing-world
The Arts Council England explains how libraries can adapt to financial challenges and to changes in the way we consume information <a href="http://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2013/jun/07/libraries-adapt-changing-world">Continue reading...</a>Local government network blogService deliveryLocal governmentLibrariesPublic Leaders NetworkLocal governmentFri, 07 Jun 2013 07:00:00 GMThttp://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2013/jun/07/libraries-adapt-changing-worldGareth Fuller/PAThe Arts Council England have been looking into how the role of libraries is changing. Photograph: Gareth Fuller/PAGareth Fuller/PAThe Arts Council England have been looking into how the role of libraries is changing. Photograph: Gareth Fuller/PABrian Ashley2013-06-07T07:00:00Z'Social media is changing the nature of our conversation with residents'http://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2013/jun/06/social-media-council-communications-corkey
Westminster's head of communications, Julia Corkey, talks about how her job is changing and the skills needed to get ahead <a href="http://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2013/jun/06/social-media-council-communications-corkey">Continue reading...</a>Local government network blogLocal government careersLocal governmentSocietyPublic Leaders NetworkLocal governmentThu, 06 Jun 2013 13:02:00 GMThttp://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2013/jun/06/social-media-council-communications-corkeyWestminster councilJulia Corkey was appointed Westminster's new director of communications in April 2013. Photograph: Westminster councilWestminster councilJulia Corkey was appointed Westminster's new director of communications in April 2013. Photograph: Westminster councilSarah Marsh2013-06-06T13:02:00ZBattle to save our high streets: don't tinker, think bighttp://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2013/jun/06/battle-save-high-street
Local authorities should use new powers to encourage local entrepreneurs who can transform towns for the better <a href="http://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2013/jun/06/battle-save-high-street">Continue reading...</a>Local government network blogFinanceGuardian Small Business NetworkSmall businessPublic Leaders NetworkLocal governmentThu, 06 Jun 2013 07:00:00 GMThttp://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2013/jun/06/battle-save-high-streetPool/REUTERSMary Portas was asked by the government to help save struggling town centres but the number of empty shops has increased. Photograph: Pool/REUTERSPool/REUTERSMary Portas was asked by the government to help save struggling town centres but the number of empty shops has increased. Photograph: Pool/REUTERSDan Gregory2013-06-06T07:00:00ZCommunity engagement: how can councils interact with residents onlinehttp://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2013/jun/05/workshop-engaging-residents-online
Looking for the best ways to use online tools for community engagement? Join us <strong>12</strong> <strong>June </strong>from <strong>12pm-2pm </strong>to discuss <a href="http://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2013/jun/05/workshop-engaging-residents-online">Continue reading...</a>Local government network blogLocal government careersLocal governmentSocietyTechnologySocial mediaPublic Leaders NetworkLocal governmentWed, 05 Jun 2013 14:14:59 GMThttp://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2013/jun/05/workshop-engaging-residents-onlineImage Source / Rex Features/Image Source / Rex FeaturesHow can councils engage with residents online? Photograph: Image Source / Rex FeaturesImage Source / Rex Features/Image Source / Rex FeaturesHow can councils engage with residents online? Photograph: Image Source / Rex FeaturesSarah Marsh2013-06-05T14:14:59ZDublin city adopts smart approach on road to economic recoveryhttp://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2013/jun/05/dublin-city-smart-approach-data
The council is using technology to improve the transport network without major infrastructure change <a href="http://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2013/jun/05/dublin-city-smart-approach-data">Continue reading...</a>Local government network blogFinanceCitiesLocal governmentSmart citiesBig dataPublic Leaders NetworkLocal governmentWed, 05 Jun 2013 07:00:00 GMThttp://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2013/jun/05/dublin-city-smart-approach-dataFrank Whitney/Getty ImagesTemple Bar, an area on the south bank of the river Liffey in Dublin, has preserved its medieval street pattern. Photograph: Frank Whitney/Getty ImagesFrank Whitney/Getty ImagesTemple Bar, an area on the south bank of the river Liffey in Dublin, has preserved its medieval street pattern. Photograph: Frank Whitney/Getty ImagesSarah Marsh2013-06-05T07:00:00ZLocal government: Margaret Thatcher's 11-year warhttp://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2013/apr/09/local-government-margaret-thatcher-war-politics
The British prime minister's legacy was increased centralisation and the willingness of her successors to control local democracy <a href="http://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2013/apr/09/local-government-margaret-thatcher-war-politics">Continue reading...</a>Service deliveryLocal government network blogLocal governmentFinanceMargaret ThatcherPoliticsSocietyPublic Leaders NetworkLocal leadershipPolicyLocal governmentTue, 09 Apr 2013 13:11:35 GMThttp://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2013/apr/09/local-government-margaret-thatcher-war-politicsBrian Seed/Getty ImagesMargaret Thatcher presided over a long war between central and local government. Photograph: Brian Seed/Getty ImagesBrian Seed/Getty ImagesMargaret Thatcher presided over a long war between central and local government. Photograph: Brian Seed/Getty ImagesTony Travers2013-04-09T13:11:35ZShould councils be investing in free public Wi-Fi networks?http://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2011/dec/05/councils-free-public-wifi-networks
Two public internet access schemes have been scrapped due to costs and failures, but councils are still battling to offer local networks open to all <a href="http://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2011/dec/05/councils-free-public-wifi-networks">Continue reading...</a>Service deliveryCitiesLocal governmentMon, 05 Dec 2011 08:50:00 GMThttp://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2011/dec/05/councils-free-public-wifi-networksImage Source / Rex Features/Image Source / Rex FeaturesShould councils be providing internet access for all? Photograph: Image Source / Rex FeaturesImage Source / Rex Features/Image Source / Rex FeaturesShould councils be providing internet access for all? Photograph: Image Source / Rex FeaturesDuncan Jefferies2011-12-05T08:50:00ZLocal government in 2020: challenges and opportunitieshttp://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2012/apr/11/local-government-2020-challenges-opportunities
How will councils clear the hurdles they face, from scarce resources to making the most of social media? <a href="http://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2012/apr/11/local-government-2020-challenges-opportunities">Continue reading...</a>Local government network blogService deliveryFinanceLocal governmentPublic services policySocietyLocal governmentWed, 11 Apr 2012 08:00:00 GMThttp://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2012/apr/11/local-government-2020-challenges-opportunitiesAllstar/BBC/Sportsphoto Ltd./AllstarTime travel: what will local government be like in 2020? Photograph: Allstar/BBC/Sportsphoto Ltd./AllstarAllstar/BBC/Sportsphoto Ltd./AllstarTime travel: what will local government be like in 2020? Photograph: Allstar/BBC/Sportsphoto Ltd./AllstarClaudia Megele2012-04-11T08:00:00ZBoosting staff morale doesn't have to cost the earthhttp://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2012/nov/19/boosting-public-sector-staff-morale
With public sector budget cuts rife, an innovative approach to boosting staff engagement and morale is essential <a href="http://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2012/nov/19/boosting-public-sector-staff-morale">Continue reading...</a>Public Leaders NetworkLocal government careersLocal government network blogFinanceLocal governmentLocal governmentMon, 19 Nov 2012 14:44:00 GMThttp://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2012/nov/19/boosting-public-sector-staff-moraleGraham Turner/GuardianHelping employees to relax and enjoy their jobs could benefit everyone in the long run Photograph: Graham Turner for the GuardianJames Malia2012-11-19T14:44:00ZGovernment's planning pickle will lead to 'garden grabbing'http://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2012/oct/25/london-planning-boris-johnson-garden-grabbing
Tory councils revolt over backyard extensions plan in face of popular and policy objections <a href="http://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2012/oct/25/london-planning-boris-johnson-garden-grabbing">Continue reading...</a>Public Leaders NetworkPlanningCitiesPlanning policyLocal governmentLocal politicsLocal governmentThu, 25 Oct 2012 08:01:23 GMThttp://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2012/oct/25/london-planning-boris-johnson-garden-grabbingRichard Sellers/Allstar/Sportsphoto Ltd./AllstarLondon mayor Boris Johnson, as well as Conservative councillors in Richmond and Sutton, are rebelling over the government's planning policy. Photograph: Richard Sellers/Allstar/Sportsphoto Ltd./AllstarRichard Sellers/Allstar/Sportsphoto Ltd./AllstarLondon mayor Boris Johnson, as well as Conservative councillors in Richmond and Sutton, are rebelling over the government's planning policy. Photograph: Richard Sellers/Allstar/Sportsphoto Ltd./AllstarJenny Jones2012-10-25T08:01:23ZBristol: a tale of economic growthhttp://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2013/dec/03/bristol-innovation-economic-growth
New start-ups and a focus on skills has been a recipe for economic success, but challenges loom on the horizon <a href="http://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2013/dec/03/bristol-innovation-economic-growth">Continue reading...</a>Public Leaders NetworkLocal governmentService deliveryCitiesLocal governmentPoliticsSocietyTue, 03 Dec 2013 07:30:00 GMThttp://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2013/dec/03/bristol-innovation-economic-growthHuntley Hedworth /AlamyBristol is one of the most productive big city economies in the UK, but economic success could mean new difficulties on the horizon. Photograph: Huntley Hedworth /AlamyHuntley Hedworth /AlamyBristol is one of the most productive big city economies in the UK, but economic success could mean new difficulties on the horizon. Photograph: Huntley Hedworth /AlamyBen Harrison2013-12-03T07:30:00ZWhat can UK local authorities learn from Detroit's descent into bankruptcy?http://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2013/jul/26/detroit-bankrupt-uk-councils-debt
Times are tough, but powers are in place to prevent this scenario happening in UK councils <a href="http://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2013/jul/26/detroit-bankrupt-uk-councils-debt">Continue reading...</a>Public service reformFinanceLocal leadershipSocietyDetroit bankruptcyPublic Leaders NetworkLocal governmentSociety ProfessionalsFri, 26 Jul 2013 13:00:00 GMThttp://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2013/jul/26/detroit-bankrupt-uk-councils-debtAPDetroit was at the centre of the US automotive industry before falling into economic and social decline. Photograph: APAPDetroit was at the centre of the US automotive industry before falling into economic and social decline. Photograph: APPaul Dossett2013-07-26T13:00:00ZHow councils can combat unemployment and health problemshttp://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2014/jan/11/local-councils-health-cuts-roundup
<strong>Weekly roundup:</strong> We considered how councils can help people give up smoking and tackle mental health issues <a href="http://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2014/jan/11/local-councils-health-cuts-roundup">Continue reading...</a>Public Leaders NetworkLocal governmentService deliverySat, 11 Jan 2014 10:30:00 GMThttp://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2014/jan/11/local-councils-health-cuts-roundupAlamyIncreasingly, public health professionals view smoking as a childhood aoooddiction brought on by the successful initiation of tobacco use in children from the poorest areas. Photograph: AlamyAlamyIncreasingly, public health professionals view smoking as a childhood aoooddiction brought on by the successful initiation of tobacco use in children from the poorest areas. Photograph: AlamyGuardian Staff2014-01-11T10:30:00ZWhy Greater London should be made into an urban national parkhttp://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2014/may/27/greater-london-national-park-city
London is 47% green space. If it became the first national park city issues such as obesity and climate change could be tackled <a href="http://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2014/may/27/greater-london-national-park-city">Continue reading...</a>Public Leaders NetworkLocal governmentPlanningPublic healthCitiesNational parksLondonPlanning policyGreen spacePollutionBiodiversityTue, 27 May 2014 08:44:25 GMThttp://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2014/may/27/greater-london-national-park-cityDaniel Raven-Ellison2014-05-27T08:44:25ZTaking the pulse of local democracy: what can web traffic tell us?http://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2011/nov/18/taking-the-pulse-local-democracy-web-traffic-riots
Why did so few citizens turn to council websites for information and advice in the wake of the recent UK riots? Web traffic statistics may provide an interesting answer <a href="http://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2011/nov/18/taking-the-pulse-local-democracy-web-traffic-riots">Continue reading...</a>Local government network blogService deliveryLocal governmentFri, 18 Nov 2011 08:46:01 GMThttp://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2011/nov/18/taking-the-pulse-local-democracy-web-traffic-riotsJustin Sullivan/Getty ImagesCouncil websites are a great way for local authorities to communicate but despite those interested in local democracy being the most active, councils aren't reaching most. Photograph: Justin Sullivan/Getty ImagesJustin Sullivan/Getty ImagesInteractive touchscreen display: citizens fail to use councils websites to access local democracy. Photograph: Justin Sullivan/Getty ImagesBen Darlington2011-11-18T08:46:01ZHow to get ahead in ... social workhttp://www.theguardian.com/local-government-network/2011/sep/07/how-to-get-ahead-in-social-work
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